The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive pest, threatening trees, food crops and ornamentals commonly found in yards. This insect has been quarantined in eastern PA.

Learn how to identify the SLF and its favorite host tree, and how you can minimize its impact on western PA

UPDATE: The Spotted Lanternfly was quarantines in Allegheny and Beaver Counties. 

Below is the PA Spotted Lanternfly hotline for people who see one. Best practice is to take a picture of it, kill it and call the hotline to report it.

(888) 422-3359.

If you think that you have seen the Spotted lanternfly, or better yet caught one, call the number above, or e-mail badbug@pa.gov, or call the Invasive Species Hotline toll-free at (866) 253-7189.